Quote's Corner

“We talk about Real Madrid and we talk about the Champions League winners, which the best trophy you can win in European football,” said the Spain international.

“They’re the ones everyone wants to beat. They have a great team and they won the league in Spain as well, so we know how good they are. But United have a great history and a great record of titles.

“We want, sooner rather than later, to be where Real Madrid were last season, which is in the Champions League final.

“We know we’re on our way and building a strong team. I don’t think the gap is very big. We’re talking about the best teams in the world - Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich – and Manchester United is there.”